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title: 'Estimator at Social Influence LLC'
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# Estimator at Social Influence LLC

- **Company:** Social Influence LLC
- **Location:** West Chester, PA
- **Compensation:** $65k–$75k
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-11-06
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-09
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/print-recruiting/3f098556-8f89-43aa-ac40-4ce33dd2d4b0

## Job description

Duties/Responsibilities

- Collaborates and coordinates with Sales, Planners/CSR’s, customers, vendors and staff.
- Coordinates with planners for efficient cost options and may recommend changes or improvements. Makes recommendations on production process and equipment based on job parameters, volume and cost.
- The Estimator must regularly analyze customer needs, technical and commercial printing constraints and company resources/capabilities then choose among several alternative courses of action to select the best cost proposal
- Able to work with abstract designs and create a rough “plan” for job production and will exercise the use of creative problem solving skills
- Sensitive to the protection of the organization’s value by maintaining confidentiality
- Work efficiently and effectively to assure completion of estimates to meet customer demand
- Performing other duties or special projects as required or as assigned by the manager

## Qualifications

Educational/Training Requirement:

- High School Diploma
- Technical School training desired
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Experience: 3 years Preferred

## Preferred Education and Experience

- Print Estimating and/or Job planning experience is preferred
- Knowledge of color, paper, and print-flow operations highly recommended (including offset and digital sheetfed, digital webfed, wide format, bindery, finishing and direct mail.
- Knowledge of operations from layout to post press including finishing and mail is preferred
- Familiar with Print MIS systems desired, EFI Monarch or PSI
- Solid working knowledge of printing/finishing processes, paper, ink, computer operations as well as the competitive market and purchasing

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

- Skills include Organizational, Customer Service, strong problem solving, analytical and multitasking abilities
- Excellent math skills and measure in applying customer specifications including algebra, equations and geometry
- Proficient in MS office, particularly excel and word and EFI Monarch software
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Critical thinking skills, problem solving, logical and practical
- Working independently or with a team
- Conscious of Quality, Safety and Security
- Flexible and able to work with deadlines, work load requirements and able to prioritize estimates based on customer and production demands
- Adaptability Attendance/Punctuality

## About Social Influence LLC

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: A specialized national recruiting firm connecting talent with opportunities exclusively within the printing and packaging industries.
- **Entity Type**: Private (bootstrapped)
- **Headquarters**: Naples, Florida, United States
- **Founded**: 2020
- **Founders**: Austin Abbott (President)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Staffing and Recruiting (focused on Print & Packaging)
- **Target customers**: B2B – printing and packaging companies seeking skilled professionals; also B2C – candidates (manufacturing, sales, management professionals)
- **Mission**: Helping clients achieve their growth objectives while taking the frustration out of hiring, and assisting individuals advance in their careers within the print and packaging sectors.

## Products & Services
- **Executive Search & Permanent Placement**: Direct-hire recruitment for sales, manufacturing, and management roles in commercial printing, labels, flexible packaging, folding cartons, corrugated, and more.
- **Specialized Talent Sourcing**: Uses a mix of active and passive techniques, supported by a database of over 7,500 qualified industry professionals.
- **Recruitment Process Support**: Provides 24/7 support and extensive vetting of candidates with direct experience in printing and packaging machinery and processes.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not publicly available
- **Key Metric**: Total Funding – Not applicable (bootstrapped). Headcount of 5 (as of most recent data, -33.3% YoY), but actively hiring for multiple roles (Bindery Operator, Business Development Manager, Print & Packaging Recruiter, etc.).
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Over 50 national partnerships with some of the top printing and packaging organizations in the US.
- **Growth Signals**: Active recruitment on platforms like LinkedIn and Lever; growing network (461 LinkedIn followers, +17.9% YoY); continue to advertise new job openings across the US.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Extreme Niche Focus**: Deep technical knowledge of printing and packaging processes, machinery, and industry terminology – a clear differentiator from general staffing firms.
- **Proprietary Database**: Over 7,500 pre-qualified, industry-specific professionals.
- **Long-Term Relationships**: Emphasis on matchmaking that builds lasting connections, not just placements.

## Strategic Focus
- Expand the network of national partnerships and continue to serve as the go-to staffing partner for both small and large printing/packaging organizations.
- Leverage AI tools (as noted in their hiring process) to enhance candidate screening while maintaining human-centered final decisions.
- Increase brand visibility through LinkedIn and their website to attract both clients and candidates.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Small, tight-knit team with a reputation for integrity, ethical practice, and personalized service. The leadership (Austin Abbott) is hands-on.
- **Work Environment**: Mix of on-site roles (e.g., Berne, IN; Liberty, MO) and remote positions (e.g., Business Development Manager for MI). Internal recruiters likely work remotely or from Naples, FL.
- **Growth Opportunity**: As a small but growing firm, employees have the chance to shape processes and take on diverse responsibilities.
- **Notable**: The hiring process may use AI tools for resume analysis and verification, but final decisions are made by humans – transparency is emphasized.

## Sources
1. [printrecruiting.com](https://www.printrecruiting.com/) – Company homepage and about page
2. [jobs.lever.co/print-recruiting](https://jobs.lever.co/print-recruiting) – Current job openings and AI hiring notice
3. [linkedin.com/company/social-influence-llc](https://linkedin.com/company/social-influence-llc) – LinkedIn company profile and workforce details

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